A woman of low morals who runs a gambling operation in her house takes pride in destroying the men she ensnares in her net. One of these men's wives (played by Bebe Daniels) will not let her get away with it.
"Lawful Larceny" from 1930? Yeah, it's definitely one for the classic film buffs, especially if you dig early talkies and a bit of pre-Code sass. If you're hoping for modern action or fast cuts, you'll probably bounce off this one pretty quick. But for those who appreciate a sharp script and a really clever leading lad...
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F. Martin Thornton
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""Lawful Larceny" from 1930? Yeah, it's definitely one for the classic film buffs, especially if you dig early talkies and a bit of pre-Code sass. If you're hoping for modern action or fast cuts, you'll probably bounce off this one pretty quick. But for those who appreciate a sharp script and a really clever leading lady, it’s a total treat. 🎬 Bebe Daniels, she's our hero, Ellen. And man, does she bring a certain spark to the screen. You can tell she knows exactly what she's doing, even when the..."
Samuel Shipman, Jane Murfin
United States
1929 · IMDb 5.3
